International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in areas worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at high risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

BACKGROUND

In the wake of multiple hurricanes hitting the U.S. and Caribbean, International Medical Corps is responding with assistance to the affected healthcare systems. Recognized internationally for its knowledge and experience delivering healthcare in disaster settings, International Medical Corps is focused on building community resiliency “the capacity to absorb shock, to recover quickly, and to learn from catastrophic events so that our communities are better prepared and strengthened against damage from future events” as a cornerstone if it’s Domestic response and recovery programming.

International Medical Corps maintains an Emergency Response Roster, which is comprised of experienced personnel available for short-term emergency employment. Emergency Response Roster members are generally deployed after an initial rapid assessment is conducted by International Medical Corps staff, but on occasion we may ask Roster members to deploy immediately.

Selected candidates will be required to complete online training on International Medical Corps response principles and processes, and a series of short online trainings on general safety and security and other topics or will be required to demonstrate they have completed same or similar trainings. Periodic trainings will be offered to all candidates on relevant topics.

After requirements are met, candidates are able to receive and respond to mission assignments from International Medical Corps. Deployments typically last 2 weeks to 6 months. Enrollment on the roster is not a guarantee of deployment. Candidates are not compensated for time spent on trainings or other Emergency Response requirements. Competitive deployment compensation will be offered based on the candidate’s skills and experience.

In addition to emergency response deployments, rostered volunteers have the opportunity to deploy as Subject Matter Expert (SME) trainers in support of ongoing International Medical Corps programs. Roster members may submit relevant licenses or experience documentation to gain qualification in available SME focus areas.

The Response Management Officers may assist the Domestic Training and Exercise Division in the implementation of education activities for preparedness, response and recovery projects. Projects implemented by the unit are designed to strengthen the capacity of local communities to respond to health and medical disasters. Response Management Officers can qualify to serve as a subject matter expert on training content as defined below in the “Instructor Endorsements” section of this announcement.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation. The tasks listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Program Finance, Logistics and Administration

Participate in needs assessments and data collection and analysis, with specific focus on health sector, to support humanitarian program design

Work as lead or member of emergency response teams, which will include medical professionals and technical experts

Set up and manage field operations

Facilitate effective implementation of health programs, which may include the delivery/distribution of medical supplies and supply chain management, surge support to partner health facilities, medical teams, rehabilitations and restoration of health facilities and mental health and psychosocial support services

Develop action plans and workflows to enable smooth operations between team members based on emergency assessments and objectives

Oversee and manage the emergency response project and liaise with local counterparts to ensure a successful operation

Directs quality assurance and improvement within the International Medical Corps Emergency Response Team

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Trafficking in Persons, Child Safeguarding and any suggested violation to our Code of Conduct, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any suggested activities then you have an obligation to report.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in a subject appropriate for the relevant position

EXPERIENCE

Experience working in the field, particularly in a health care or emergency response context

Proficiency in English required, proficiency in a second language (especially Spanish, French, or Arabic) an advantage

Must be available to deploy within 24-72 hours

Ability to effectively utilize the limited resources available and adapt to the changing needs of the project

Employ independent decision making while also providing support to team members

Works well under pressure and in stressful situations

Extremely organized, flexible, and excellent communication skills

Instructor Endorsements

To qualify for any of the endorsements below roster members must demonstrate a minimum of three years of professional experience for lead positions and one year of experience for assistant positions in emergency management, public health, medical care, or a related field and demonstrate valid licenses or certifications as relevant.

Public Health Threats Lead Instructor

Public Health Threats Assistant Instructor

Medical Surge Lead Instructor

Medical Surge Assistant Instructor

National Incident Management System (NIMS) Lead Instructor

National Incident Management System (NIMS) Assistant Instructor

Exercise Controller/Evaluator

Exercise Facilitator

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.